07/24/2024
Marshall Medical Center expands pediatric therapy space
On July 9, Marshall Medical Center (MMC) leaders and staff joined the local community at a ribbon cutting to unveil its 2,600-square-foot expansion dedicated to pediatric therapy. This pediatric buildout offers physical therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy to children of all ages. Children benefit from and rely on these programs to assist in recovery from illness, surgery or an accident as well as to improve their quality of life for conditions ranging from autism to cerebral palsy and beyond.
“At MMC, we’re excited to broaden and enhance our therapy services for our youngest patients,” said MMC CEO Phyllis Brown. “By focusing on pediatric therapy, we aim to address the unique needs of children and adolescents, ensuring they receive the highest quality care to support their growth, development and overall well-being.”
In this expansion, many specialized rooms have been designed to meet the unique needs of every child. For children who need a quieter and more peaceful space, they can leverage the new sensory-sensitivity room featuring lower lighting and fewer distractions. There is also a room that includes enough space for parents to stay with their child throughout the rehabilitation sessions. The remaining rooms have additional unique features, like swings, dedicated to the three pediatric disciplines: occupational, speech and physical therapies.
To support the new space, MMC has dedicated specialists that will be working on these pediatric programs including Occupational Therapist Danielle Kissane, Speech Therapist Lisa Thompson and Physical Therapist Chelsea Leonard.
“Your child’s health and development are of utmost importance. At Marshall Medical Center, we believe in a collaborative approach to care,” said MMC Director of Physical Therapy Bill Mastalerz. “Our specialized pediatric physical therapy team is dedicated to working closely with families, ensuring that every child receives personalized treatment with a tailored plan to meet everyone’s unique needs. Together, we can help your child reach their full potential.”
MMC’s pediatric therapy services help improve motor skill development, balance, strength, coordination, speech and physical disabilities. Free screenings are available to assess developmental milestones for children ages 8 and under to determine if a child may benefit from a therapy program. Coming soon, the expansion will also include autism testing for children and adults.
Marshall Medical Center Physical Therapy is located at 1080 N. Ellington Parkway, Lewisburg, TN 37091 and is open Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., and on Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. (noon). They can be contacted at 931.270.3676. A dedicated entrance and parking area provides convenient access for patients. To learn more, please visit MauryRegional.com/MMCtherapy.
The new space is conveniently located next to Lewisburg Pediatrics, a practice that specializes in evidence-based health care for children, from newborn to teenagers. The team at Lewisburg Pediatrics provides care that includes wellness exams, immunizations, treatment of illness and sports physicals. The office is conveniently located in Suite 201 of the Marshall Medical Office Building and is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. To learn more or request an appointment, please call our office at 931.270.3655 or visit MauryRegional.com/LewisburgPediatrics.
